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University of the Fraser Valley Newsroom BlogSat, 17 Nov 2018 00:44:29 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.9.8International Education week: Learn and Love Diversityhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2017/11/international-education-week-learn-and-love-diversity/
Mon, 13 Nov 2017 05:56:57 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=13235
UFV is celebrating International Education Week November 13-17. This year’s theme is Learn and Love Diversity. Mon, Nov 13 Internationalization Goals Open House 3:30pm Global Lounge B223 Tues, Nov. 14 Racism in the Fraser Valley: a community connections ‘How To’ Presented by Cycling For Diversity 1:30 pm Global Lounge B223 Wed, Nov 15 Islamaphobia Presented […]]]>Welcoming vibe nets Global Lounge the UFV Teamwork awardhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2017/06/global-lounge-nets-ufv-teamwork-award/
Thu, 15 Jun 2017 21:39:39 +0000https://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=12742
Open a special door at the UFV Abbotsford campus and you might walk into the middle of a salsa dance lesson or a trip through Russia. The Global Lounge within UFV International is a big, friendly mixing bowl — a place where students from Canada and a swath of other countries meet in a busy […]]]>Expand your horizons at Study Abroad Expo — Feb 1https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2017/01/expand-your-horizons-at-study-abroad-expo-feb-1/
Mon, 30 Jan 2017 23:21:43 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=12150
Interested in studying abroad but don’t know how to get started? Come to the Study Abroad Expo on February 1 for a chance to win a $500 Air Canada gift card! Find out about all of the amazing options available to you. Learn about eligibility requirements, application procedures, and the great scholarships available to you. […]]]>UFV taps sports expertise to host Chinese Olympic delegationhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2017/01/ufv-taps-sports-expertise-to-host-chinese-olympic-delegation/
https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2017/01/ufv-taps-sports-expertise-to-host-chinese-olympic-delegation/#commentsFri, 13 Jan 2017 22:18:30 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=12042
When China came knocking on BC’s door to ask who could help them plan for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, UFV answered with enthusiasm. In 2010, British Columbians threw a giant party and hosted a Winter Olympics that will live on in memory for decades to come. By doing so, they created a pool of […]]]>https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2017/01/ufv-taps-sports-expertise-to-host-chinese-olympic-delegation/feed/1Celebrate International Education week at UFVhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2016/11/celebrate-international-education-week-at-ufv/
Fri, 04 Nov 2016 23:34:18 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=11736
UFV is celebrating International Education Week from Nov 7–10. International students contribute to the cultural diversity and vibrancy of our campuses, as well as the social and economic well-being of the university and surrounding communities. Several events this week will showcase the special contributions they make. Universities in more than 100 countries celebrate International Education […]]]>Skip Bassford serving as interim principal at UFV Chandigarhhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2016/08/skip-bassford-serving-as-interim-principal-at-ufv-chandigarh/
Sat, 27 Aug 2016 00:12:10 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=11404
A familiar face will be roaming the hallways of UFV’s Chandigarh campus providing leadership and expertise for the next few months. Former UFV president Skip Bassford, who was instrumental in founding UFV’s Chandigarh operation, will serve for the fall term as honorary Interim Principal for UFV Chandigarh. Dr. Bassford arrived on site on Aug 22, […]]]>Taylor Breckles enriches her UFV experience by embracing opportunitieshttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2016/08/taylor-breckles-enriches-her-ufv-experience-by-embracing-opportunities/
https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2016/08/taylor-breckles-enriches-her-ufv-experience-by-embracing-opportunities/#commentsMon, 22 Aug 2016 22:17:20 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=11383
It’s often said that to make the most of your university experience, you should do more than just attend classes and study for exams. Taylor Breckles takes that advice to heart. She refuses to give in to the commuter campus syndrome, and makes UFV’s Abbotsford campus her home away from home even though she lives […]]]>https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2016/08/taylor-breckles-enriches-her-ufv-experience-by-embracing-opportunities/feed/1Four UFV students earn Premier’s International Scholarshipshttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2016/08/four-ufv-students-earn-premiers-international-scholarships/
Mon, 22 Aug 2016 21:04:46 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=11376India’s first Co-Curricular Record program launched by UFV Chandigarhhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2016/02/indias-first-co-curricular-record-program-launched-by-ufv-chandigarh/
Mon, 01 Feb 2016 18:09:08 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=10540
The University of the Fraser Valley recently launched India’s first post-secondary Co-Curricular Record program in Chandigarh. A Co-Curricular Record (CCR) is an authorized record of students’ relevant and validated experiences outside the classroom. The CCR connects with students’ co-curricular experience and provides an authorized record of activities for employers and educational references. UFV’s CCR successfully […]]]>International opportunities arise with new MOU between UFV and China’s Binzhou Universityhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2016/01/international-opportunities-arise-with-new-mou-between-ufv-and-chinas-binzhou-university/
Tue, 26 Jan 2016 19:02:37 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=10526
New international travel and educational opportunities are just over the horizon for Canadian students thanks to an agreement between China’s Binzhou University and the University of the Fraser Valley (see photos). By signing a memorandum of understanding Jan. 18 with Binzhou University President Dr. Luo Gongli, UFV President Mark Evered began the process of opening […]]]>UFV efforts support Syrian refugee Canadian settlementhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2015/12/ufv-efforts-supporting-syrian-refugee-efforts/
https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2015/12/ufv-efforts-supporting-syrian-refugee-efforts/#commentsFri, 04 Dec 2015 23:13:09 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=10364
UFV students, faculty, and staff are pitching in to support the settlement of Syrian refugees in Canada. The UFV Arab Club in partnership with other UFV clubs, staged a donation drive benefitting Syrian refugees arriving in Surrey over the next few months. The club’s efforts stemmed from a desire to take concrete action to […]]]>https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2015/12/ufv-efforts-supporting-syrian-refugee-efforts/feed/1Partnerships with biggest and best in China yield opportunities and a Canadian firsthttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2015/12/ufv-china-tripcanadian-first/
Tue, 01 Dec 2015 17:49:23 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=10297
During International Education week, the University of the Fraser Valley expanded and deepened connections with China through several landmark initiatives. These partnerships will provide students opportunities in the fields of aviation, agriculture, criminology, social work, kinesiology, psychology, continuing education, and more. “With the increasing globalization of work, study, and economies,” said Mark Evered, president of […]]]>UFV hosts AbbyFest 2015https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2015/09/ufv-hosts-abbyfest-2015/
https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2015/09/ufv-hosts-abbyfest-2015/#commentsFri, 18 Sep 2015 22:14:54 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=9965
AbbyFest 2015 will be held on the Green at UFV’s Abbotsford campus on Saturday, September 26 from 2 pm until 8 pm. This will be the first time UFV hosts Abbotsford’s multicultural festival — now entering its eighth season. In previous years the event has been held in the Ag-Rec Building in Abbotsford Exhibition Park. […]]]>https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2015/09/ufv-hosts-abbyfest-2015/feed/2UFV Alumni Association launches Chandigarh chapterhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2015/02/ufv-alumni-association-launches-chandigarh-chapter/
Tue, 24 Feb 2015 13:44:11 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=8770
UFV Alumni Association news release Yesterday evening at the annual awards ceremony for UFV Chandigarh, Justin P. Goodrich, Board Chair of the UFV Alumni Association, announced to a crowd of nearly 500 guests – including students and their parents – the official establishment of the association’s first international chapter. The evening, which was attended by […]]]>UFV celebrates International Education week — Nov 12-14https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2014/11/ufv-celebrates-international-education-week-nov-12-14/
Wed, 12 Nov 2014 18:52:04 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=8369
From Nov 12-14, UFV will join over 100 countries in celebrating International Education Week and Canada’s engagement around the world. The theme identified for UFV for 2014 is “Exploring Global Indigeneity” where events and discussions will highlight the connections between local and global indigenous peoples, and our interactions and stories shared together. UFV International has […]]]>Canada’s International Trade Minister Ed Fast visits UFV India campushttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2014/11/ministeredfastvisit/
Wed, 05 Nov 2014 14:24:03 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=8306
On October 17, University of the Fraser Valley President Mark Evered welcomed Canada’s Minister of International Trade and MP for Abbotsford Ed Fast to UFV’s campus in Chandigarh, India. Fast, along with Canada’s Minister of National Revenue Kerry-Lynne Findlay, Canada’s Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice Bob Dechert, Consul General of Canada in Chandigarh, Dr. Rajani […]]]>UFV changing the future of China’s wood-frame industryhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2014/08/ufv-changing-future-chinas-wood-frame-industry/
Thu, 14 Aug 2014 16:08:36 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=7972
The softwood lumber industry is a significant contributor to the B.C. economy. In 2013 alone, B.C. softwood lumber exports topped $5.3 billion. Rapidly catching up to the United States, China is the second-largest importer of this natural resource. Wood-frame construction is becoming more popular in China. Formally referred to as platform-frame construction, this form of construction heavily […]]]>UFV artist’s painting inspired by tragic murder takes on life of its own at Street Child World Cuphttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2014/07/ufv-artists-painting-inspired-tragic-murder-takes-life-street-child-world-cup/
https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2014/07/ufv-artists-painting-inspired-tragic-murder-takes-life-street-child-world-cup/#commentsFri, 11 Jul 2014 23:22:22 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=7909
Rodrigo Kelton, a Brazilian street child, was mercilessly shot and killed by drug traffickers while travelling to visit his home city of Fortaleza. On his 14th birthday, and within feet of his mother’s home, his bright future was instantly hijacked. A half a world away, his death would soon inspire a UFV visual arts student. […]]]>https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2014/07/ufv-artists-painting-inspired-tragic-murder-takes-life-street-child-world-cup/feed/1Stefan teaching contemporary painting in China — counterpart to teach free course herehttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2014/05/stefan-teaching-contemporary-painting-china/
Tue, 13 May 2014 16:28:00 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=7650
Visual Arts associate professor Shelley Stefan is in the middle of a two-week teaching exchange with the Sichuan Normal University of Chengdu, China. And everyone who meets the prerequisites is welcome to take the free course to be offered by her exchange partner in Abbotsford. Stefan is delivering a Contemporary Painting class to […]]]>Sandhu to speak on career strategies for the new global economyhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2014/04/ufv-lecturer-speak-career-strategies-new-global-economy/
Wed, 02 Apr 2014 23:06:53 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=7494
The world is changing rapidly. Does the new global economy have you wondering about job and career strategies? Is it better to be a generalist than a specialist these days? Dr. Amandeep Sandhu, UFV’S BC Regional Chair in Canada-India Business & Economic Development, will address these and other questions as part of a lecture titled […]]]>UFV student groups kick off Year of the Horse with a multicultural celebrationhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2014/02/year-of-the-horse-celebration/
Wed, 05 Feb 2014 18:23:07 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=7248
The Year of the Horse made a grand entrance at the University of the Fraser Valley on Friday, Jan 31. More than 150 people gathered at U-House on the Abbostford campus to participate in the event. Every year, Chinese students organize festivities to usher the Lunar New Year at UFV. This year, the well-attended event […]]]>Evered on a whirlwind tour of China to meet partnershttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2014/01/dr-evered-on-a-whirlwind-tour-of-china-to-meet-partners/
Wed, 15 Jan 2014 17:02:55 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=7148UFV International Week 2013 features a diversity of eventshttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2013/11/ufv-international-week-2013-features-a-diversity-of-events/
Fri, 15 Nov 2013 16:59:08 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=7001
UFV celebrates diversity from November 18 to 22 with a line-up of cultural events at the Abbotsford campus. Mon, Nov 18 – Alumni Hall, 11:30 am Professional Studies celebrates internationalization Kick off International Education Week at UFV with a celebration of everything international, sponsored by the Faculty of Professional Studies. The event starts at 11:30 […]]]>UFV computing student having a fruitful summer at BlackBerryhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2013/08/ufv-computing-student-having-a-fruitful-summer-at-blackberry/
https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2013/08/ufv-computing-student-having-a-fruitful-summer-at-blackberry/#commentsTue, 13 Aug 2013 19:07:48 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=6684
In summer, many people enjoy the bounteous crops of seasonal fruits, including blackberries. Richard Nair is enjoying a different type of BlackBerry, as he completes his fourth consecutive cooperative education work term with the technology company BlackBerry (formerly Research In Motion), producers of smartphones, tablets and mobile services. Nair’s dream was to come to North […]]]>https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2013/08/ufv-computing-student-having-a-fruitful-summer-at-blackberry/feed/44David McGuire new head of UFV Internationalhttps://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2013/06/david-mcguire-new-head-of-ufv-international/
https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2013/06/david-mcguire-new-head-of-ufv-international/#commentsThu, 06 Jun 2013 22:27:45 +0000http://blogs.ufv.ca/?p=6165
David McGuire joined the University of the Fraser Valley in the position of executive director of UFV International, effective June 1, 2013. McGuire brings a breadth of experience in international education to UFV. His early career includes over 10 years living and working in Korea, first as a college and university instructor and then expanding […]]]>https://blogs.ufv.ca/blog/2013/06/david-mcguire-new-head-of-ufv-international/feed/1